The Scarecrow and his Servant facts for kids
First edition cover
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| Author | Philip Pullman |
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| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's, Fantasy |
| Publisher | Doubleday |
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Publication date
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4 November 2004 |
| Pages | 230 |
| ISBN | 978-0-385-40980-3 |
| OCLC | 57692822 |
The Scarecrow and his Servant is an exciting children's book written by Philip Pullman. It was first published in 2004. This fantasy novel tells the amazing story of a scarecrow who suddenly comes to life. He begins a big adventure with a young boy named Jack.
Contents
Discovering the Story
This book is about a scarecrow who gets struck by lightning. This magical event makes him alive! He then decides to go on an important journey. His goal is to reach a place called Spring Valley. He wants to claim it as his own.
The Scarecrow's Journey
The scarecrow hires an orphan boy named Jack to be his servant. Together, they face many challenges. Their quest is full of unexpected twists. They meet different characters along the way.
Facing Challenges
The scarecrow and Jack encounter various problems. For example, a bird eats the scarecrow's brain! They also find themselves stuck on a deserted island. These events make their adventure even more thrilling.
Awards and Future Plans
The Scarecrow and his Servant has received special recognition. It was praised by many readers and critics.
Book Awards
In 2005, the book won the Silver Award in the Nestlé Smarties Book Prize. This award celebrates great children's books. It was also considered for the 2004 Carnegie Medal. The Carnegie Medal is a very important award for children's literature.
Coming to the Big Screen
Good news for fans! The author's website says the book is being made into a film. A talented writer named Danny Brocklehurst is adapting the story. The movie will be created by Aardman. Aardman is famous for its amazing stop-motion films.
